To grow grass in mel smith's yard, a landscaper estimates he'll need 55 pounds of grass seed. each pound will cost mel $1.83. the landscaper will also charge mel six hours of labor at $12.50 per hour. if mel pays early, he'll be entitled to a cash discount of $3.50. assuming mel takes advantage of the discount, how much does he pay the landscaper?

$ 172.15

Step-by-step explanation:

First we calculate the cost of the seeds:

 55 pounds of grass seeds.

 Each pound will cost Mel $ 1.83

Now we calculate the cost of working hours

The landscaper will charge Mel 6 hours of work at $ 12.50 per hour

We know they offer a discount of $ 3.50.

So the total expense is:

$172.15

Step-by-step explanation:

From the question the weight of estimated grass seed required is 55 pounds.

The cost of each pound is $1.83

This implies that, the cost of 55 pounds

The landscaper charges Mel $12.50 per hour.

So, the cost of the man working for six hours

Assuming Mel takes advantage of discount, then his cost reduces by $3.50.

The amount he pays to the landscaper